Amid the ongoing U.S. government shutdown, Southwest Airlines has issued a cautionary message to its staff, urging them to “remain vigilant” as flight disruptions begin to rise. While the airline says it hasn’t experienced major operational breakdowns yet, it has reported 938 flight delays linked to air traffic control staffing pressures. The message underscores that the situation is fluid: air traffic control facilities could experience sudden changes that impact operations. Southwest also praised its employees for maintaining strong performance during the uncertainty.
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